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Newspaper
Creston Daily Advertiser
Location
Creston, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1926
Page
3
The text argues railroads shift from Wall Street to the people as war bonds and securities move ownership. It notes about two million people own shares while most citizens are indirectly involved through savings banks and insurance companies. The passage outlines broad public stake in railroad ownership.
Mrs Mildred Dyer credits her husband with helping in housework during five years of ill health. She endorses Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound, saying her health and weight improved. The Dyers live in Redlands California Route A Box 183.
A fragmented notation notes savings deposits and insurance figures, listing a 30 million unit value linked to a millio holder concept and United entities. The readable content suggests financial figures tied to deposits and insurance, but lacks complete context or identifiable names.
A historic note on English drunken driving penalties cites a one month term and a 50 pound fine, likening a drunk driver to a loaded revolver in a crowd. The piece shifts to social musings on marriage, wealth, and a high profile society wedding of Mr and Mrs David K E Bruce, daughter of Andrew Mellon, highlighting postwar reflections and contemporary manners.
In Lexington Kentucky Cleveland Snelling sued for damages claiming an injured by a bull, but the defense argued the plaintiff assaulted the animal which protected itself. Mrs Tom Bell of Greenfield was seen in the city shopping and attending to business midweek.
Socialist Russell writes to British Home Secretary and Willa Teyauaciely detailing plans to visit the Irish Free State and declaring she would view risk as foolish. She criticizes British policy and calls for changes in stance toward propaganda.
Colleen Moore's Irene heads to the Strand cinema with a fashion show sequence by Lif costumes and a color fashion parade. Alfred B. Gren directs for First National with George K. Arthur starring in a featured role. Madame Lucy's salon opens the show.
Readers who know Gene Stratton Porter’s Keeper of the Bees see a living picture of the characters as shot from the novel. The article notes Porter’s daughter Gene portrays the Beatrice Seascourt figure and adds that the film’s depiction deepens appreciation of the book.
Wyoming territory passed an act granting women the right to vote and hold office on June 10, 1869, marking a milestone in frontier suffrage while noting St Margaret of Scotland as part of a historical lineage.
Article reports a Native tribe seeking compensation tied to an 1814 land sale dispute. Notes involvement of federal or tribal authorities and a long- running claim. Details indicate ongoing negotiations or legal proceedings expectant of a settlement or formal ruling.
NEA service reports Kate, 36, feeling vigorous after its owner Rethel Conan notes the old Clover horse died in April 1924. The piece says Kate, once active, has retired to pasture but remains spirited as she interacts with meadows, suggesting she may rival the legendary Clover in vitality.
Corporal Francis Shannon, renowned Marine marksman, scored 47 of 50 to establish a new 200 yard record in recent matches. He achieved perfect scores at all other ranges, confirming his status as a premier rifle shot while wisdom from Prov 4 7 frames his pursuit.
Notice to contractors for the Consolidated Independent School District Shannon City Iowa invites sealed bids for a school building addition. Bid items include general construction electrical work plumbing and heating. Plans and specs available June 35 1926 at the secretarys office and the architects in Des Moines. Bids due July… accompanied by a $1200 bid bond for general work and $19000 for plumbing and heating. Open bids Friday evening with all bidders represented. The board reserves the right to reject any bid.
An advertisement urges parents to give McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Compound Tablets to frail, underdeveloped children claiming rapid growth and improved health. It cites a boy gaining seven pounds in seven weeks and promotes availability through Matthews and druggists at 69 cents per bottle.
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